Granite exports from Zimbabwe: data, top buyers and prices
Zimbabwe exported $55.2 million of granite in 2024 (180.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 148 countries. Value rose 21% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $83.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $55.2M | 180.0K t |
| 2023 | $45.8M | 217.2K t |
| 2022 | $52.2M | 363.6K t |
| 2021 | $83.4M | 430.7K t |
| 2020 | $51.5M | 285.0K t |
| 2019 | $34.5M | 194.5K t |
| 2018 | $35.2M | 181.2K t |
| 2017 | $17.0M | 52.6K t |
Where Zimbabwe exports granite to
Most of it went to China (38%), Italy (34%), Poland (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+270% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.9M | 38% |
| Italy | $18.9M | 34% |
| Poland | $5.9M | 11% |
| Spain | $3.7M | 6.7% |
| Serbia | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| South Africa | $1.4M | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $900K | 1.6% |
| Mozambique | $445K | 0.8% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $428K | 0.8% |
| India | $164K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 2516
| 2516.11 | Granite blocks | 75% |
| 2516.12 | Granite rough blocks | 26% |
| 2516.90 | Building stone (other) | 0% |
| 2516.20 | Sandstone | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2516.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.31 per kg, 244% above the world average of $0.09. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe granite exports (HS 2516): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2516: Granite, porphyry, basalt, sandstone, other monumental and building stone, whether or not roughly trimmed, cut, by sawing etc, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape.
Common questions
What is the value of granite exported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe exported granite worth $55.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 180.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 148 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy granite from Zimbabwe?
China was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($20.9 million), followed by Italy (34%) and Poland (11%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 270% on the year.
What is the average export price of granite per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.31 per kg in 2024, 244% above the world average of $0.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of granite from Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Exports went from $17.0 million in 2017 to $55.2 million in 2024, an increase of 225%. The peak was 2021 at $83.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $46.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for granite?
The HS code for granite is heading 2516. In Zimbabwe the largest six-digit codes were 2516.11 (74% of the value) and 2516.12 (26%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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